Saturday 12/07/2014, 22:00, World Cup Final 3-4 places, Brazil vs Netherlands

Brazil vs Netherlands Betting Preview

Brazil has been absolutely disappointing in the semifinal and as a result of losing by 1-7 to Germany, the entire country is in turmoil. This was the best opportunity for the South Americans to win the World Cup and now they will have to settle for the third place. At a first glance, winning against the Netherlands is a tough job, but the Europeans are even less motivated to win this consolation match.

Brazil vs Netherlands Betting Odds

At Bet365

Brazil 2.30, Draw 3.30, Netherlands 3.50

Brazil vs Netherlands Betting Tips

Without its best defender and top scorer Neymar, Brazil was not only toothless but also in disarray and conceded five goals in less than half an hour. It all went downhill after the Germans scored and manager Scolari was unable to steer the ship around. The fans were absolutely furious and they were entitled to be so, as they had high expectations from that fixture.

Not only Brazil found it impossible to stop the German football machines in its tracks, but didn't even create scoring opportunities. Against the Netherlands, they need to come out firing on all cylinders, in an attempt of surprising a complacent team. The Europeans were heartbroken to be eliminated at penalty shootouts by Argentina and players are still thinking about the opportunity lost.

Robben was the only reliable player in the semifinal and the quarterfinals, but he couldn't single-handedly defeat the South Americans. It is very likely that he will be once again pit against tough odds, trying to carry a team that more or less gave up fighting. Offensively, the Netherlands were a big letdown despite the fact that they feature some formidable strikers.

Van Persie was caught in offside a dozen time and the same happened against Costa Rica, but it was all forgotten back then because the team won eventually. This time, his inability to create dangerous situations cost the team dearly and it is hard to believe that the Manchester United striker will greatly improve his game over just three days.

Key Facts

• Brazil never lost at home against the Netherlands and won twice while drawing the other two games.
• The Europeans didn't score a regulation goal in the last two games and were on the verge of elimination more than one time.

Brazil vs Netherlands Betting Odds Prediction

Under normal circumstances, playing against the Netherlands without Neymar should prompt punters to stay away from this fixture. As it is, Brazil needs do everything in its power to save face and even though the third-place is nothing more than a pale consolation, it is something they desperately need. Scolari will try to motivate his players to make sure that they win in regulation time and this outcome is priced at 2.30 by Bet365.

Bet: Brazil @ 2.30 with Bet365